Rural Property Appraiser Trainee – Field Inspector

Canyon-County; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Canyon County is seeking a Property Appraiser Trainee to perform entry-level technical appraisal duties for rural, farm, and residential properties. The role includes field inspections, data collection, and basic valuation to determine market value for ad valorem tax purposes.

Responsibilities cover property inspections, data entry, and assisting senior appraisers. A high school diploma or GED is required; Idaho driver’s license and background check are mandatory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of real estate sales or related experience preferred.
• Must complete Appraisal Courses 1 and 2 within two years of hire.
• SQL programming ability preferred.
• Report Writer Service preferred.
• Valid Idaho driver''s license.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Conducts detailed appraisal and reappraisal of property types to determine fair market value.
• Identify taxable personal property and ensure proper assessment.
• Answer questions of property owners related to valuation and assessment.
• Interviews individuals familiar with the property; collects income/expense data and measurements.
• Prepare diagrams and calculate square footage; input inventory data.

Skills

Office equipment

Follow directions

Property observation

Math calculations

Cost manual interpretation

Legal descriptions

Measuring tools

Driving

Public interaction

Laws and contracts

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalency

Real estate sales experience 1–3 years preferred

Job description

Canyon County is seeking a Property Appraiser Trainee to perform entry-level technical appraisal duties for rural, farm, and residential properties. The role includes field inspections, data collection, and basic valuation to determine market value for ad valorem tax purposes.

Responsibilities cover property inspections, data entry, and assisting senior appraisers. A high school diploma or GED is required; Idaho driver’s license and background check are mandatory.